April 29, 2014

I used a stencil and applied plaster since I didn't have any vinyl spackle on hand. I will go back to using vinyl spackle though because it adheres better and is smoother. HERE is a tutorial on using vinyl spackle with a stencil

Here's Miss Billie...showing off the fact that her eyes are the same color as the cabinet!

I also upcycled this moth bitten needle point chair

Two more projects to check off the list....I have so much to show you for the Polka Dot Flea...I'm just busting, stay tuned!Oh, I wanted to mention that there seems to be a problem with blogger. Not all comments are coming through to my email, I know I am not the only one having this problem. I always return comments (I have trouble with some that are using google+ since I'm not) Know I am not ditching you....Hope google works this out soon! I'm now checking comments on my blog dashboardYou can check out the Polka Dot Flea website HEREFollow the Polka Dot Flea on FB HEREHappy Creating!Carol

Now, before I give you the price I have to tell you what I have invested.......It took the better part of 6 days to complete this project.

I used over 25 plates, since the rose pattern is only along the rim of each plate. I used 3 different sheets of stained glass and 2 pearl necklaces.Then each piece was individually cut (Not hit with a hammer). The pattern was layed out and the china applied piece by piece. Each
piece was leveled so you get that smooth feeling when you run
your hand over it. The form was then grouted (Big mess) sponged off and then each
individual tile piece got polished.So the price.....$500...Yes, that's right, and If it doesn't sell...Well, it looks mighty fine in my dining room!

If you are interested in trying broken china mosaics you can read a previous post I did on the basics of getting started HERE. Anyone can do it with a some practice (On smaller projects). I'm surprised that I enjoy doing such a tedious project because I'm pretty high energy and seldom sit still, but I find mosaics are a little like doing Yoga, I do it in complete silence and find it really relaxing......Go figure!The planning for the Polka Dot Flea is going great! I will give you an update on my next post.

You can check out the Polka Dot Flea website HEREFollow the Polka Dot Flea on FB HEREHappy CreatingCarol

They sell a ton of fun things to use in your homes and boutiques. And great items to display your wears in your antiques booth or at craft shows

I am thrilled that not only is Barr Display a sponsor for the Polka Dot Flea they will be a vendor...So you can pick up their products right at the show and avoid shipping.......But, If you can't make it to the Polka Dot Flea you can order your free catalog right HERE!